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When you think about being healthy, you may think about lifting weights or running on a treadmill at a gym. Oftentimes, we forget about important small muscles that support our internal organs and keep our bodily functions working properly. Did you know that a physical therapist can help you with bowel and bladder dysfunction such … Read more

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Doctor Matt Gentry explaining the rotator cuff muscle anatomy.

What is the sports performance program currently being introduced at PhysioPoint Therapy in Crown Point with 2x Olympic Wrestler and Doctor of Physical Therapy Matt Gentry? SPORTS PERFORMANCE IS A BROAD CATEGORY AND THIS PROGRAM IS A COMBINATION OF BOTH MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF SPORTS PERFORMANCE. Olympian/Dr. Matt has a unique perspective, combining the … Read more

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I bet you didn’t know physical therapists could help with your Pelvic Floor! Here’s how: 1. PELVIC MUSCLE RETRAINING: Physical therapists are known to treat bone, muscle, joints, ligaments, and tendon issues. Did you know that the pelvic floor consists of these same issues? Just like a muscle in, let’s say, your hip or arm … Read more

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As I mentioned in a recent blog post, How to be Great Part 1 – Kobe Bryant, I had the opportunity to travel to Washington, DC, for a conference that has left me excited and eager to apply what I have learned. I LEARNED FROM THE THOUGHT LEADERS IN THE AREAS OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS … Read more

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While I was away at a conference, I ran across Alan Stein, strength & conditioning and mindset coach for the NBA’s top athletes. He spoke on greatness and how we can be the best at what we choose to do. Alan and I share something in common. We study successful people to see what makes … Read more

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As an Olympic athlete, my coaches used to talk a lot about ‘building muscle memory.’ As a doctor of physical therapy at PhysioPoint Therapy in Crown Point, many patients of all ages ask me about similar concepts to improve or return to high school sports, golf, or other hobbies. The term muscle memory is a … Read more

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Golf is the greatest sport ever invented! A few aspects that I feel makes golfing great include: Recharge the Batteries: It’s cheaper than a shrink! Get some Fresh Air: You might sleep better! People need People: You get to hang out with 3 of your best friends. Healthy Competition: Feed your competitive drive to get … Read more